Climate Cabinet Action

There are many reasons to believe the re-election of Donald Trump will be a major setback to climate progress. His previous record, recent campaign, ties to the fossil fuel industry, and perpetuation of misinformation, like the strange idea that wind turbines kill whales, all suggest we’re in for a radical reversal of America’s climate commitment. I’ve had many conversations with climate leaders since the election and a different narrative beyond this obvious fear became clear: #Climatechange doesn’t care who is President. Its impacts will be impossible to ignore. Business leadership and global competitiveness are now inextricably linked to navigating the #climatetransition. And, a robust ecosystem of influential actors domestically and abroad makes a complete abandonment of climate action unlikely. On today's episode of Invested in Climate, I’m joined by two people who bring policy expertise at the federal, state, and local levels. Zach Friedman is the Senior Director of Federal Policy at?Ceres, Inc., a nonprofit organization that works alongside investors and companies to advocate for sustainability. Caroline Spears is the Founder of?Climate Cabinet Action, an organization that helps local candidates become successful climate champions. I found this conversation to be full of nuance and more uplifting than I expected.? Our new reality is sobering, and there’s no denying that we face new challenges. There is hope, however, and it comes with the fortitude and savvy people like Zach and Caroline have already demonstrated. This savvy will require telling different stories about climate, the undeniable business case, and the power of all of us who stay invested. Listen to Invested in Climate, Ep #99 now -- https://lnkd.in/gd-e_QGE Subscribe to our weekly newsletter -- https://lnkd.in/gRftfG9D Follow us on Instagram -- https://lnkd.in/gds-JFY6 Follow us on X/Twitter -- https://lnkd.in/gZj6d2YS Send feedback & ideas -- https://lnkd.in/gHJf93WU #InvestedInClimate #ClimateAction #ClimateInvesting #ClimateFinance #ClimateWork

There are many reasons to believe the re-election of Donald Trump will be a major setback to climate progress. His previous record, recent campaign, ties to the fossil fuel industry, and perpetuation of misinformation, like the strange idea that wind turbines kill whales, all suggest we’re in for a radical reversal of America’s climate commitment. We've had many conversations with climate leaders since the election and a different narrative beyond this obvious fear became clear: #Climatechange doesn’t care who is President. Its impacts will be impossible to ignore. Business leadership and global competitiveness are now inextricably linked to navigating the #climatetransition. And, a robust ecosystem of influential actors domestically and abroad makes a complete abandonment of climate action unlikely. On today's episode, we're joined by two people who bring policy expertise at the federal, state, and local levels. Zach Friedman is the Senior Director of Federal Policy at?Ceres, Inc., a nonprofit organization that works alongside investors and companies to advocate for sustainability. Caroline Spears is the Founder of?Climate Cabinet Action, an organization that helps local candidates become successful climate champions. I found this conversation to be full of nuance and more uplifting than I expected.? Our new reality is sobering, and there’s no denying that we face new challenges. There is hope, however, and it comes with the fortitude and savvy people like Zach and Caroline have already demonstrated. This savvy will require telling different stories about climate, the undeniable business case, and the power of all of us who stay invested. Listen to Invested in Climate, Ep #99 now -- https://lnkd.in/gTf8Q3_b Subscribe to our weekly newsletter -- https://lnkd.in/gRftfG9D Follow us on Instagram -- https://lnkd.in/gds-JFY6 Follow us on X/Twitter -- https://lnkd.in/gZj6d2YS Send feedback & ideas -- https://lnkd.in/gHJf93WU #InvestedInClimate #ClimateAction #ClimateInvesting #ClimateFinance #ClimateWork

We're hiring for numerous high-impact politics and policy roles - nationally. Spread the word and apply today. https://lnkd.in/gyfGBsZX

People coming off of campaigns and leaving legislative offices: where do you go to find jobs? Asking for a cool org that wants to hire you: https://lnkd.in/g_TnWnnH

Did you know: if Texas was a country, it would be a Top 10 Global Emitter. That's why we're hiring a Texas State Lead to be a lobbyist and strategist for climate in the Lone Star State. Spread the word! https://lnkd.in/gYHFvRVe

"Climate activist groups have historically underinvested in supporting pro-climate candidates in local races — limited financial and human resources have usually been seen as better invested in high-profile national races. That’s starting to change as the collective stakes of local races become more clear." The stakes in down-ballot elections are clearer than ever—they’ll define the future of U.S. climate policy. These races hold the key to real climate action: https://lnkd.in/gGGhEFD5

Join me on Climate Cabinet Action's growing Midwest team! We're hiring for 2 exciting roles in Illinois and across the region. Learn more and apply below.

Meet the Class of Helene: the key downballot climate candidates in Helene's path, backed by Climate Cabinet Action and Lead Locally.

Calling all Midwest climate advocates. We're hiring for multiple roles, with more coming soon. We're seeking an Illinois State Lead and a Midwest Policy Lead. ?? Illinois State Lead: seeking an organizer, lobbyist, political wonk to connect our state work to our national team ?? Midwest Policy Lead: seeking an engaged scholar-advocate with expertise in transportation, EJ, industrial policy Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gyfGBsZX

Last week, #ClimateSlate candidate Leanne Krueger-Braneky went on Volts to talk about the climate stakes of this year's state and federal elections in Pennsylvania. Toplines: ? 63 votes determined the PA House majority in 2022 ? Leanne and her team have had to defend that majority 10 times in the past 2 years ? Despite all the national news, fracking is regulated at the state level in PA. If you care about fracking in PA, you have to care about the legislature. Check out this great conversation below. And if you're compelled to support Leanne in helping her elect a pro-climate majority in PA, donate at the link below. ? Listen: https://lnkd.in/gnKmpJHj ? Take action: https://lnkd.in/gug6ZmAH Climate Cabinet Action